Focin 60ml Suspension 500mg/5ml

Medicine Name: Focin 60ml Suspension 500mg/5ml

Focin DS Specification
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Requires Prescription:
✅ Yes
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Generics:
Fosfomycin
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Used For:
Bacterial Infection — specifically urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by multi-drug-resistant bacteria.
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How It Works:
Fosfomycin:
Irreversibly inhibits enolpyruvyl transferase, blocking a key step in bacterial cell wall synthesis.
Reduces bacterial adherence to uroepithelial cells, aiding in clearing the infection.
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Focin DS Usage and Safety
Dosage:
Fosfomycin (Dosage to be determined by physician based on severity and age)
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Side Effects:
Headache
Rash
Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Anorexia
Epigastric discomfort
Dizziness
Fatigue
Pruritus (itching)
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Drug Interactions:
Antacids (especially aluminum or magnesium-based)
Metoclopramide
Other drugs that alter gastrointestinal motility
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Indication:
Treatment of urinary tract infections (UTIs), including catheter-associated infections, caused by multi-resistant E. coli and Klebsiella species, particularly when no other appropriate antibiotic is available.
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When Not to Use:
Known hypersensitivity to Fosfomycin or its components
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Focin DS Precautions
May cause diarrhea during treatment. Seek medical attention if diarrhea becomes bloody, persistent, or severe.
Avoid medications that slow bowel movements unless advised by a doctor.
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Focin DS Warnings
🔴 Warning 1:
Not recommended for use in children under 12 years due to limited safety data.
🔴 Warning 2:
Use in pregnancy and breastfeeding only after consulting with a healthcare provider.
🔴 Warning 3:
May cause dizziness, which could affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
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Additional Information
Pregnancy Category:
⚠️ Always consult your physician before use.
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Storage:
✅ Yes — Store at room temperature, away from light and heat.